Serving 650 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Community Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Community Elementary School serves the northwest part of Unionville, TN, covering an area of approximately 92 square miles, with most families typically driving 10-15 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 5.8 miles, extending up to 8.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Community Elementary School's student population of 650 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Motto
be respectful, be responsible, and be ready.
School Rankings
Community Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#614 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Elementary School's ranking?
Community Elementary School is ranked #614 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Community Elementary School often compared to?
Community Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cascade Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Community Elementary School?
650 students attend Community Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Community Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Community Elementary School offer ?
Community Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Community Elementary School part of?
Community Elementary School is part of Bedford County School District.
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